Fujifilm X70 vs Fujifilm X-A5

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Fujifilm X70 vs Fujifilm X-A5

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APS-C 368.2mm²
16.3 megapixels
28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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APS-C 369.0mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 200 - 12,800

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How does it shoot? Fujifilm X-A5 in the real world.
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What’s the bottom line? Read our Fujifilm X-A5 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Fujifilm XF10
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Succeeded by the Fujifilm X-A7
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Differences

Fujifilm X70 advantages over Fujifilm X-A5

Bigger pixels
~ 4.82 vs 3.92 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Fast startup
~0.80 vs 3.1 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Higher max flash sync
1/2000 vs 1/180 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Less shutter lag
0.17 vs 0.33 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Faster JPEG shooting
8.5 fps vs 5.8 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
8.6 fps vs 5.7 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Fujifilm X-A5 advantages over Fujifilm X70

Less expensive
$499 vs $699*
Save money for lenses or accessories
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

450 vs 330 shots
Capture more photos
More pixels
24.2 vs 16.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
22 vs 10 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Both provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
On-sensor phase detect
Both provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

Compact camera body; Impressive optical performance; Very good JPEG image quality; Good high ISO performance; Film Simulation modes; Tilting touchscreen display.
Inconsistent AF performance; Clunky menus; Shallow buffer depth; Poor video quality; No built-in viewfinder like X100-series.
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Impressive overall image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Very good dynamic range from RAW files; Full HD video at 60 fps; Good battery life.
Slower-than-average AF speed; 4K video capped at 15fps; Very slow startup to first shot time with new power-zoom kit lens; Sluggish single-shot cycle times.
Read our Fujifilm X-A5 Review

The Competition

Compared to Nikon Coolpix A

Fujifilm X70

Nikon Coolpix A

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$1097
APS-C

Bigger JPEG buffer
Bigger RAW buffer

Compare Fujifilm X70 vs Nikon Coolpix A

Fujifilm X-A5

Nikon Coolpix A

$499
APS-C

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$1097
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

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Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Fujifilm X70

Leica X-E (Typ 102)

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$1534
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm X70 vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Fujifilm X-A5

Leica X-E (Typ 102)

$499
APS-C

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$1534
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Higher max flash sync

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Compared to Ricoh GR II

Fujifilm X70

Ricoh GR II

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$538
APS-C

Less expensive
NFC

Compare Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II

Fujifilm X-A5

Ricoh GR II

$499
APS-C

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$538
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

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Compared to Fujifilm X-A3

Fujifilm X70

Fujifilm X-A3

$699
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm X70 vs Fujifilm X-A3

Fujifilm X-A5

Fujifilm X-A3

$499
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Built-in Bluetooth

$549
APS-C

Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-A3

Compared to Canon EOS M6

Fujifilm X70

Canon EOS M6

$699
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$399
APS-C

NFC
Built-in Bluetooth

Compare Fujifilm X70 vs Canon EOS M6

Fujifilm X-A5

Canon EOS M6

$499
APS-C

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$399
APS-C

Fast startup
NFC

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